Boston Federal Crime Defense Lawyers

The federal court system is a different beast. The laws, the procedures and the consequences of a conviction all vary significantly from the Massachusetts criminal justice system. Even experienced criminal defense lawyers can feel intimidated in federal court.

At Carney, Gaudet & Carney, we are not intimidated by the federal court system. For more than 35 years, Jay Carney and his team of attorneys have been defending clients against federal criminal charges – with great success.

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When defending a federal charge, you face the might and unlimited resources of the federal government. Federal prosecutors have vast resources, money, time, and law enforcement agents to throw at a case. Often, cases have been investigated for years before a charge is even brought. There are mountains of discovery in federal criminal cases. Some laws in federal court are less favorable for a defendant than in state court. This is why you need an attorney who will meticulously review all the evidence and facts, determine legal issues, and challenge the case at trial. Federal court is an extremely challenging place, so an attorney needs to be familiar with the system and willing to work hard to defend someone in such a challenging environment.

Our firm is headed by Jay Carney, one of the most respected criminal defense attorneys in the state. His trial work in state and federal court is prolific, and his experience includes everything from money laundering and criminal conspiracy to federal drug charges and murder.

Types Of Federal Charges We Handle

We defend individuals charged with the following federal crimes:

Federal child pornography charges, including possession, receipt, distribution and production
Federal sex crimes
Federal drug crimes, including distribution and trafficking
Federal firearm or ammo charges, including possession and trafficking
Federal fraud charges, such as mail fraud, wire fraud and bank fraud
Federal financial and white collar crimes
Federal criminal conspiracy charges
Federal murder and manslaughter charges

A Federal Criminal Conviction Will Change The Direction Of Your Life

Being convicted of a crime in federal court is life-changing. Fines are high and prison sentences are long – with little chance of early release. Depending on the type of crime involved, you may be subject to mandatory lifelong registration requirements or GPS monitoring.

Our lawyers understand how the federal criminal justice system differs from Massachusetts, and know how to successfully navigate it. We develop strong, effective defenses that protect our clients against the harsh consequences of a federal criminal conviction.

Fighting For Your Innocence

As a Boston federal criminal defense lawyer, it’s easy to become jaded and stop believing people’s stories. At Carney, Gaudet & Carney, that is not how we work. We believe your story – no matter what. Then we fight to make that story heard.

We Level The Playing Field

If you or a loved one has been charged with a federal crime, you are going up against the full force of the federal government. Make sure you have someone just as knowledgeable in your corner. Call Carney, Gaudet & Carney today at 617-404-9683 or contact our firm online. Our office is located in Boston.

Case Result

Conspiracy to Commit Immigration Document Fraud and Marriage Fraud
RESULT: Client is spared prison time on a serious federal charge and is allowed to remain home with her young child.

Our client, a young single mother, was charged in federal court with conspiring to commit immigration document fraud and marriage fraud. Client worked for an agency that paired non-citizens with American citizens who were willing to enter into sham marriages to help others fraudulently obtain green cards. Attorney Daniel J. Gaudet represented our client. After our client’s guilty plea, the government asked that the Court incarcerate her for one year. The advisory sentencing guidelines recommended that the Court imprison our client for a minimum of ten months. After thoroughly presenting our client’s background and the circumstances of her crime, Attorney Gaudet successfully convinced the federal Court to place our client on probation instead of sending her to prison.